Recently, I was looking for a widget that would allow an entire online community to set a goal for pounds lost. The community is Twit2Fit, which by the way just hit over 260 members! What I had hoped for in this widget was that it would allow us all to set a goal for the site, say 300 pounds between the 260 + members, set a date for the weight to be lost, and show a graph or a meter that tracked the pounds lost.
What I found in my research was something close. Research will continue, but what I found is Chip In. This free widget creator can be used for any type of fundraising-non-profits, special causes, getting that new desk in your office, etc... Since I wanted to test it out, I tried to think of something that would be beneficial to my well-being; a VACATION!!! So, below, you'll see the widget raising funds for the vacation that I'm hoping to take in February!
If I've helped you in any way, or would just like to see some great pictures, videos, and blogging from a warm place, feel free to Chip In! :)
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Chip In To Your Favorite Cause!
Monday, December 1, 2008
Today is World AIDS Day (#WAD08)
Today, bloggers take time out to research and write about a global pandemic: AIDS.
In the world, there are over 33 million people living with HIV. In the United States, there are over 1 million people with it. There is no cure. There is no vaccine to prevent AIDS. The only thing you can do is be aware of how it is transmitted and protect yourself.
Do you want to contribute to finding a cure? AIDS.gov has some great programs listed. Also, before making normal purchases, including your daily Starbucks, check out Product Red to see if any of your purchased can be made through their partners that offer contributions toward finding a cure.
Use your social networks to help you stay informed on progresses made, and what you can do to help;
MySpace, Twitter, and Facebook all have campaigns.
And most importantly, GET TESTED!!!!!!! Click here to find a testing location nearest you.
Friday, April 4, 2008
Update On My HELP PLEASE Post!
I've just been notified that the Treinen family has exceeded their goal of $500,000 that they needed to pay for his bone marrow transplant!!! They are now at $700,000!!! Woohoo!
So, that part is taken care of.. Please keep Michael in your thoughts and prayers!
